Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Austin Downtown

Name: Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Austin Downtown
Address: 300 Colorado St, Austin, TX, United States, 78701
Telephone: (512) 482-9000
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8 (5378)

$31 to $50

Seafood

300 Colorado St, Austin, TX 78701

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2 people

Jun 20, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 35 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Fancy
Good for special occasions
Good for business meals

Truluck's, a premier dining destination since 1992, offers high-quality seafood and exceptional service with a commitment to sustainability. Renowned for its Florida Stone Crab, Truluck's ensures this delicacy goes from trap to table in 24 hours during its October to May season. Under Corporate Executive Chef Thomas Dritsas, the menu features fresh seafood and prime steaks, complemented by an extensive beverage program. Adhering to Ocean Conservancy guidelines, Truluck's supports sustainable practices and community initiatives. With 12 locations and a dedicated team, Truluck's Austin Downtown creates remarkable dining experiences. Reservations can be made online or via OpenTable.

Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, Steakhouse
Hours of operation
Daily 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(512) 482-9000
Website
https://trulucks.com/locations/downtown-austin-texas
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Nick McGuire
Private party facilities
For fabulous parties, lasting memories and none of the stress, choose Truluck’s. With flexible floor plans and a variety of spaces, we can accommodate parties large and small for your group dining gathering.
Private party contact
Misty Montague: (512) 314-5892

Location
300 Colorado St, Austin, TX 78701
Neighborhood
Downtown
Cross street
Located at 3rd and Colorado Street
Parking details
Valet
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Our New $59 Prix Fixe Menu + Prime Rib Sundays
$59.00 per person
Jun 4, 2025 - Sep 24, 2025
Truluck's brings the carefree vibes of summer to the table—with mouthwatering dishes🍽️, refreshing beverages 🍷, laid-back luxury 🌞, and a NEW Prime Rib tradition every Sunday🥩. The Summer of ‘92 prix fixe menu is available daily and includes a signature starter, entrée, and dessert for just $59. Indulgent add-ons, sweet treats 🍰, and beverage pairings await to help you create long-lasting summer memories 🌺. And on Sundays...it's Prime Time. Each Sunday, the Summer of ‘92 menu gets a savory twist. Prime Rib Sundays follow the same prix fixe format but feature our exceptionally crafted Slow-Roasted Prime Rib, served with a sweet, aromatic shallot-rosemary au jus and a classic baked potato. Prime Time meets Prime Rib. Sundays never tasted better. 😋❤️ Savor the season’s finest offerings in a setting designed for unforgettable experiences. ✨

Private dining

Offers

Half Off Happy Hour!
Multiple dates available
Sun - Sat - 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Join us nightly from 4:30 to 6:00 PM for an exceptional Happy Hour experience featuring irresistible dips and bites. Enjoy 50% off handcrafted cocktails, spirits, noteworthy wines by the glass, select bottles from our curated list of 50 wines, and fresh-shucked oysters. Offered exclusively in our bar and on the second-level outdoor patio—fully shaded, lightly misted, and perfect for unwinding.

Popular dishes

CAVIAR & CHIVE DIP$16.00
house-made potato chips
BLUE CRAB GUACAMOLE$16.00
fresh lime, plantain chips
HOT & CRUNCHY SHRIMP$18.00
mango-jalapeno glaze
LUX BURGER*$21.00
melted fontina, bacon-tomato jam, baby arugula, white truffle aioli, brioche bun, french fries
HOT HONEY CHICKEN BITES$13.00
pimento aioli
SPICY SALMON CRISPY RICE*$16.00
shaved green onion, pickled ginger, dynamite sauce
PRIME MEATBALLS$14.00
house steak sauce
Filet Mignon Sliders*$21.00
garlic boursin, brioche rolls

Oyster Time

Fresh Shucked Oyster on Ice*
- each$3.75

Noteworthy Wines

Gloria Ferrer, Sparkling$14.00
Lagaria, Pinot Grigio$14.00
Yealands, Sauvignon Blanc$14.00
J. Lohr Riverstone Chardonnay$14.00
Calera, Pinot Noir$14.00
Alexander Valley Vineyards, Merlot$14.00
Liberty School, Cabernet Sauvignon$14.00

Cocktails

Single Barrel Old Fashioned$28.00
made with Elijah Craig, Truluck's Single Barrel Bourbon 129.5 proof, spiced orange, angostura, orange bitters
VOILA!$18.00
A sensory tour de force of dry ice smoke, vodka, framboise, fresh lime, pineapple
SANGRIA$17.00
house made secret recipe
SMOKE IN THE GARDEN$18.50
mezcal, botanical liqueur, hibiscus, fresh lime
HOUSE OLD FASHIONED$17.00
bourbon, spiced orange syrup, angostura, orange bitters
SINGLE BARREL MANHATTAN$28.00
made with Old Forester, Truluck's Reserve Bourbon 128.8 proof, a beautiful chinato vermouth and orange bitters
SPICY BLACKBERRY MARGARITA$17.50
tequila, orange liqueur, blackberry purée, habanero syrup, lime
ESPRESSO MARTINI$18.00
vodka, averna, demerara gum syrup, espresso "$1 of each sold is donated to the PTSD Foundation of America to benefit our veterans"

TRU Classics

Red Door$17.00
vodka, elderflower, raspberry, fresh lime
TRU STORY$17.00
tequila, licor 43, pineapple, guava, fresh lime
Emerald City$17.00
tequila, licor 43, pineapple, guava, fresh lime
Elderflower Spritz$17.00
elderflower liqueur, aperol, bubbles
Pretty in Pink$17.50
vodka, orgeat, fresh lemon, aperol, strawberry, angostura
La Última Palabra$17.50
mezcal, cherry liqueur, green chartreuse, fresh lime

Consumer Advisory

*
Contains (or may contain) raw or undercooked ingredients. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions. Please alert your server of any food allergies immediately.

What 5,378 people are saying

Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Austin Downtown reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.9Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Austin
Seafood
Austin
Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab in Austin Downtown offers "incredible food and service" with standout dishes like the trout amandine and salmon with jalapeño béarnaise. Known for its "exceptional dining experience," patrons enjoy "stylish ambiance" and "attentive staff." The "backlit menus" enhance the overall dining atmosphere, making it a perfect spot for special occasions.

5,378 Reviews

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Deborah
London2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was our first time at Truluck’s and it was great! The food is excellent and amazing service. Darius was knowledgeable and helpful and made our dinner a fantastic experience. We would definitely go again.
Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Austin DowntownResponded 2 days ago
Hello Deborah, Thank you so much for your kind words and for choosing Truluck’s for your first visit! We're thrilled to hear you had a great experience and that the food and service met your expectations. Darius will be delighted to know he helped make your evening so special, we’ll be sure to pass along your compliments. We look forward to welcoming you back for another fantastic dinner soon! Sincerely, Fernando Nunez General Manager
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Maria
Austin1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing service and perfectly prepared stone crab claws. Our server was precise, kind, and very attentive!
Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Austin DowntownResponded 3 days ago
Hello Maria, We are honored to receive your feedback and thank you for your patronage. We're happy to know you enjoyed the kind and attentive service, as well as the perfectly prepared stone crab claws. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to serving you again soon! Please ask for me on your next visit as I'd love to meet you in person! Sincerely, Shawn Ricchini Service Manager
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Karen
Austin28 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wow! What an amazing experience! From the service to every bite of food! Our top favorites were the lighted menus! This was our first time seeing this! I wish every resturant had this! Also the dry ice smoke with the seafood tower! So fun and extra special! Also our waiter brought me a little chair for my purse!! So cute!! Also our waiter(I think his name was Johnny) was amazing!! He is a true gem and just the best! From his suggestions to his attentiveness, he was so great! Of course the food was to die for. We had a filet that was cooked to perfection and 2 fish dishes that blew us away! Even the broccoli was the best I have ever tasted! Also our drinks were so good! I had the Spicy Blackberry Margarita! Oh my gosh! So yummy! Also the Father’s Day gift that was on our table when we arrived was so special! It was a bag Elijah Craig Bourbon goodies! Definitely a Father’s Day that we won’t forget!
Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Austin DowntownResponded 3 days ago
Hello Karen, We appreciate your patronage and thank you for the wonderful review! We're happy to know you appreciated all the extra details in service such as the light up menus and seafood tower presentation. It's great to know our service team could curate such a wonder experience. Thank you again for celebrating with us and we look forward to serving you again soon! Please ask for me on your next visit as I'd love to meet you in person! Sincerely, Shawn Ricchini Service Manager
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CORTEZ VIP
Memphis / West Tennessee10 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Bread pudding, lamb excellent King crab dried out. Still this restaurant is heads above many local restaurants in Austin
Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Austin DowntownResponded 3 days ago
Hello Cortez, We appreciate your patronage and thank you for sharing your experience. We're glad to know the seasonal bread pudding and lamb chops were excellent! We have shared your feedback regarding the king crab with our culinary team as to prevent any issues for your future visits. Thank you again for choosing Truluck's and we look forward to serving you again soon. Please ask for me on your next visit as I'd love to meet you in person! Sincerely, Shawn Ricchini Service Manager
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Susan VIP
Austin54 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We keep returning to Truluck's over and over again because of the incredible food and service. This past Saturday was no exception. Between the 3 of us we had the parker house rolls, shrimp cocktail, lobster bisque, a crab claw, wedge salad, Caesar salad, 12 oz filet, and Chilean Sea Bass. Everything was prepared and delivered perfectly by our waiter Jimmy. Can't wait for our next dinner at Truluck's!
Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Austin DowntownResponded 4 days ago
Hello Susan, We're honored to be your go to dining destination and truly grateful for your continued loyalty to Truluck’s. It sounds like you enjoyed a spectacular lineup of dishes, each one a testament to the quality and care we strive to bring to every table. From the Parker House rolls to the Chilean Sea Bass, we’re thrilled that everything was prepared to perfection and delivered with exceptional service. We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to Jimmy, he’ll be delighted to know he helped make your evening so enjoyable. We can’t wait to welcome you back for your next dinner. It’s always a pleasure to serve you! Sincerely, Fernando Nunez General Manager
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Edward VIP
Phoenix / Arizona85 reviews
2.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
Service was extremely slow. It was out of rhythm with the cadence to an upscale dinner like this. Our bread service didn’t show up till after the appetizers were delivered the stone crab or poor quality they were dry, two of our guest had the 1 pound crab legs. There was nothing succulent bottom they also were dry, and some were actually shriveled up in the shell. TI’ve been to Trulock. In Naples, Florida many many times this was the second time I was at true looks in Austin overall it was a bad experience.
Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Austin DowntownResponded 6 days ago
Hello Edward, We thank your choosing Truluck's downtown and taking the time to make us better. We sincerely apologize that we fell short of our usual standards, especially in terms of service speed and the quality of our crab dishes. We appreciate your feedback and have shared this information with our service and culinary teams to ensure a better experience for yourself and our future guests. Please ask for me on your next visit as I'd love to meet you in person! Sincerely, Shawn Ricchini Service Manager
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James VIP
Austin2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience. Birthday dinner for my wife. Attentive staff and wonderful food. Just an overall wonderful night!
Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Austin DowntownResponded 6 days ago
Hello James, We're thrilled to hear that you and your wife had a wonderful birthday dinner at Truluck's downtown. Your kind words about our attentive staff and wonderful food truly made our day! We strive to create memorable experiences for our guests, and it's heartening to know we were able to deliver for you. Thank you for celebrating with us and we look forward to serving you again soon! Please ask for me on your next visit as I'd love to meet you in person! Sincerely, Shawn Ricchini Service Manager
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Leslie
Austin4 reviews
3.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
The food was good, especially the oysters on the half shell. The lobster bisque, however, was lukewarm at best. It could have been warmer without losing it's consistency. Our server was not very well trained, and I felt like she could have been more sophisticated for the level of quality of this restaurant. We were often left unattended, and as a result, we were late for our entertainment event at Moody Center. When she poured my companion's bisque in his bowl, she slopped it and some dropped on the table. She did not wipe it up. I realized this is a young town, but for this quality of restaurant, I expect a better level of service.
Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Austin DowntownResponded 6 days ago
Good Afternoon. Leslie! We're glad you enjoyed our oysters and the broiled salmon, it's one of my favorites. We apologize for the lukewarm condition of the lobster bisque. We are also disheartened to hear that are service was not the standard we strive to give but also the standard you have grown to expect from us. We aim for a higher standard, and we're sorry we fell short this time. I do hope that we can invite you back in to give you the experience you have grown to love and that you deserve! If you feel comfortable, I'd love the opportunity to speak with you more about your experience so we can grow as a team and make every individual experience flawless. Sincerely, Zachary Coleman Service Manager
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Constance VIP
San Antonio47 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were celebrating our anniversary, and they made it special. Food was excellent, service caring. Wonderful dinner. Highly recommend
Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Austin DowntownResponded 5 days ago
Hello Constance, We're honored to receive your feedback and happy to hear you enjoyed your experience at Truluck's in downtown. Thank you for choosing to celebrate your anniversary with us! We're glad to know all the special touches we were able to provide helped make the occasion memorable! Thank you again for your kind words. We look forward to serving you again soon! Sincerely, Marcela Salazar Service Manager
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Smith
Austin5 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We are never disappointed at Truluck’s! The food is simply outstanding! My trout amandine was the best I’ve had anywhere, and my wife loves the salmon with jalapeño bearnaise. The service is always very professional and tuned in to meeting our needs. Our waitress, Brooke, was outstanding! We will request her for our future visits. Everything is so great at Trulucks, we will be back soon!
Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Austin DowntownResponded 7 days ago
Good Afternoon, Smith, Thank you for joining us on Wednesday for a fantastic evening! Thank you for the praises on both our cuisine and Brooke's service; I know both our culinary experts and Brooke will be ecstatic to know they made a difference in your experience! I have also added into your open table profile with us, your request to have Brooke in future visits if she is working with us that day! Again, we are so happy that you and your wife had such a fantastic evening with us, and next time you dine with us, i would love to meet you and thank you personally! Sincerely, Zachary Coleman Service Manager
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FAQs

Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Austin Downtown offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (512) 482-9000.

Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Austin Downtown is rated 4.8 stars by 5378 OpenTable diners.

Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Austin Downtown does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

Jun 20, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 35 times today

Experiences are available.

Google Map for Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Austin Downtown

300 Colorado St, Austin, TX 78701

Additional information

Cross street
Located at 3rd and Colorado Street
Neighborhood
Downtown
Hours of operation
Daily 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, Steakhouse
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Valet
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Nick McGuire
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://trulucks.com/locations/downtown-austin-texas
Phone number
(512) 482-9000
Private party facilities
For fabulous parties, lasting memories and none of the stress, choose Truluck’s. With flexible floor plans and a variety of spaces, we can accommodate parties large and small for your group dining gathering.
Private party contact
Misty Montague: (512) 314-5892

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Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Austin Downtown

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About this restaurant

Additional information

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Our New $59 Prix Fixe Menu + Prime Rib Sundays

The Second Story Mezzanine & Patio

Outdoor Patio

Custom inquiry

Half Off Happy Hour!

Ribeye

New York Strip

FILET MIGNON

Bar Menu

JOIN US FOR HAPPY HOUR 4:30pm-6pm Seven Days a Week in our Bar or on the Outdoor Patio.

Paired Perfection

The Statesman$25.00

The Socialite$25.00

Dips, Snacks, & Bites

CAVIAR & CHIVE DIP$16.00

BLUE CRAB GUACAMOLE$16.00

HOT & CRUNCHY SHRIMP$18.00

LUX BURGER*$21.00

HOT HONEY CHICKEN BITES$13.00

SPICY SALMON CRISPY RICE*$16.00

PRIME MEATBALLS$14.00

Filet Mignon Sliders*$21.00

Oyster Time

Fresh Shucked Oyster on Ice*

Noteworthy Wines

Gloria Ferrer, Sparkling$14.00

Lagaria, Pinot Grigio$14.00

Yealands, Sauvignon Blanc$14.00

J. Lohr Riverstone Chardonnay$14.00

Calera, Pinot Noir$14.00

Alexander Valley Vineyards, Merlot$14.00

Liberty School, Cabernet Sauvignon$14.00

Cocktails

Single Barrel Old Fashioned$28.00

VOILA!$18.00

SANGRIA$17.00

SMOKE IN THE GARDEN$18.50

HOUSE OLD FASHIONED$17.00

SINGLE BARREL MANHATTAN$28.00

SPICY BLACKBERRY MARGARITA$17.50

ESPRESSO MARTINI$18.00

TRU Classics

Red Door$17.00

TRU STORY$17.00

Emerald City$17.00

Elderflower Spritz$17.00

Pretty in Pink$17.50

La Última Palabra$17.50

Consumer Advisory

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Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

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